Oversized Philly Style 2-family, on tree-lined street, minutes to Davis Sq./bike bath.Unit 1 offers a spacious living/dining area and two good sized bedrooms.Unit 2 boasts entry foyer & open living/dining area. Four very large bedrooms on 3rd floor.Unit 2 has replacement windows and central AC.Classic details include original woodwork, stained glass, pocket doors, built-ins, ceiling medallions,& pillars. With a little work, this solid house could be beautiful.
- MA
- Somerville
- 02144
- 231 Willow Ave
- MLS# 70459393
- Date Listed09/16/2006
- Bedrooms 6
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.07 acres (3,360 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Multi Family
- County Middlesex
- Year Built 1930
- Water Public
- Square Feet 3,148 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $190.57
Interior Features
- Appliances Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring Wood, Vinyl
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.07
- Lot Size SQFT 3,360.00
- Lot Features -
Directions
Broadway to Willow
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $5,768
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home
0.96 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 8 • Serves this home
1.31 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.29 mi
Distance
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home
0.96 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
1.47 mi
Distance
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
Public • PK - 6
1.47 mi
Distance
John J Mcglynn Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
1.54 mi
Distance
West Somerville Neighborhood School
Public • PK - 8
1.68 mi
Distance
Dr Albert F Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
Public • PK - 8
2.1 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.39 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.48 mi
Distance
Public • PK - KG
2.54 mi
Distance
Dr Martin Luther King Jr School
Public • PK - 5
2.85 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 8 • Serves this home
1.31 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.47 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.54 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.54 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.85 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 6
2.93 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
3.34 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
3.34 mi
Distance
Clarence R Edwards Middle School
Public • 6 - 8
3.72 mi
Distance
Community Charter School Of Cambridge
Public • 6 - 12
3.78 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.29 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
1.31 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
1.94 mi
Distance
Cambridge Rindge And Latin School
Public • 9 - 12
2.85 mi
Distance
Public • 10 - UG
3.01 mi
Distance
Medford Vocational Technical High School
Public • 9 - 12
3.39 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.39 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.06 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.14 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.25 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
1.22 mi
Distance
International School Of Boston
Private • PK - 12
1.22 mi
Distance
Private • UG - UG
1.9 mi
Distance
Buckingham Browne & Nichols School
Private • PK - 12
3.44 mi
Distance
Arlington Catholic High School
Private • 09 - 12
3.45 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
3.97 mi
Distance
German International School Boston
Private • PK - 12
4.31 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
4.78 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
4.85 mi
Distance
Private • 08 - UG
4.85 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Poole Street | Listing | 3 | 3 | Oct 01, 2025 | $979,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $871,000 |
| 38 Spring St | 3 | 1 | Oct 02, 2025 | $659,000 | Nov 27, 2025 | - |
| 17 Berkeley St | 7 | 6 | Oct 16, 2025 | $4,200,000 | Nov 27, 2025 | - |
| 57 Brewster Street | 6 | 5 | Oct 24, 2025 | $4,200,000 | Nov 27, 2025 | - |
| 12 Parker Street | 2 | 2 | Oct 04, 2025 | $1,200,000 | Nov 27, 2025 | - |
| 6 Wolcott St | 4 | 1 | Nov 03, 2025 | $800,000 | Nov 27, 2025 | - |
| 211 Arlington St | 3 | 2 | Nov 04, 2025 | $744,500 | Nov 27, 2025 | - |
| 21 College Hill Rd | 6 | 3 | Oct 01, 2025 | $1,500,000 | Nov 27, 2025 | - |
| 18 Carolina St | 3 | 3 | Oct 10, 2025 | $950,000 | Nov 27, 2025 | - |
| 12 Temple Street | 5 | 3 | Oct 10, 2025 | $999,000 | Nov 27, 2025 | - |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,598 | 82,832 | 1,645,166 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 23,659 | 20,121 | 2,012 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 37.5 | 38.1 | 41.5 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $121,175 | $104,961 | $107,759 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $65,462 | $54,207 | $55,878 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 100 | 111 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 22.1°F | 22.1°F | 15.7°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 82.2°F | 82.2°F | 82.7°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.53" | 42.53" | 46.95" | 38" |
93/100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score ®
81/100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score ®
88/100
Very Bikeable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Daily errands do not require a car. Transit is convenient for most trips. Biking is convenient for most trips.Transit Summary
27 nearby routes: 22 bus, 5 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 70/100, Transit Score: 56/100, Bike Score: 68/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 231 Willow Ave
Source: Realty.com
231 Willow Ave, Somerville, MA 02144 is a Multi Family, Residential Income property listed for $599,900 The property is 3148 sq. ft with 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
Our records indicate that 231 Willow Ave was built in 1930.
The full address for this home is 231 Willow Ave, Somerville, MA 02144.
231 Willow Ave has been listed on Realty.com since Sat September 16, 2006
Daily errands do not require a car. Transit is convenient for most trips. Biking is convenient for most trips.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 70/100, Transit Score: 56/100, Bike Score: 68/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 231 Willow Ave. John F. Kennedy Elementary School (Grades: PK - 8), Next Wave Junior High School (Grades: 7 - 8), Curtis-tufts High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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